Ingredients for Amazing Simple Pasta
- Farfalle Pasta
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon, adjust to preference)
How to Make Amazing Simple Pasta
- Bring at least 2 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 1 pound of pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (tender but firm to the bite).
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the cheese and butter. Grate 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Cut 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of butter into small pieces.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it thoroughly in a colander. Immediately return the pasta to the warm pot.
- Add the butter pieces and grated Parmesan cheese to the pot with the pasta.
- Stir gently until the butter and cheese are completely melted and the pasta is evenly coated.
- Season with salt to taste (start with about 1/2 teaspoon and add more if needed).
- Serve immediately and enjoy your incredibly simple and flavorful pasta!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
33g
Carbs
14g
